SDG Components is best known for the line of saddles and dropper posts, but their lineup also includes grips. Last year they added a platform pedal to the collection – the Comp Pedal. Made from a composite material for the body, and a cromoly spindle, the profile has a classic flat BMX style shape as […]
Fresh Gear: Chromag Scarab Pedals
The Scarab platform pedal from Chromag isn’t the most budget-friendly option but if you’re seeking a beautifully manufactured pedal, with stand-out features clearly designed by riders, take note.
Tested: Shimano XT Platform Pedals (PD-M8040)
Shimano XT trail SPDs have been our go-to pedal for trail riding for years, but until recently, we’d never ridden a Shimano platform pedal with the same designation that matched the rest of our bike’s kit. Though I’ve owned and have run a set of the DX pedals since their release, (which, like all Shimano […]
Stuff We Like: HT Components Interbike 2014
HT Components features a line of pedals and spokes aimed at discerning riders. Positioned as the high end brand of components from parent company Hsing Ta Industrial, they’ve been offering a number of great looking platform pedals that can be found under high profile gravity pros like Aaron Gwin, Brian Lopes, Kevin Aiello, Remy Metailler […]
Review: Syntace NumberNine Titan Pedals
When you first pick up the NumberNine Titan pedals by Syntace, the first thing you notice is the lack of heft— they’re ridiculously light. Especially when you hold another brand pedal, and do the ‘ol hand waving comparison test. In fact, with something this light durability comes in to question. We put that to the […]
Review: VP Components VP-59 Pedals
When it comes to platform pedals, the current crop of thin pedals make for a big upgrade over the clunky flats of yesterday. Low profile pedals offer a lower center of gravity making corning easier, offering an in the bike feel. (as opposed to on top of it) Being closer to the axle also means […]
HT AEO1 thin pedals
All the cool kids are switching out their platform pedals for the newest generation of thin pedals these days for good reason. Low profile pedals are less likely to strike rocks, and the lower q-factor not only offers additional clearance while cornering, but by lowering your center of gravity you can rail corners that much faster. […]
Fresh Gear: Shimano M530 Trail Pedals
It’s been a while since I’ve picked up a new set of clip-in pedals. I’ve tried a number of different pedals in the past, but for some reason I always come back to Shimano SPDs. Having one cleat to fit all the different pedals on all the bikes I own (not to mention the shoes) […]